Gibraltar Collection (#25)

Europe, Greece, Peloponnese, Lakonia, Monemvasia Afternoon view; St. Sophia; Gibraltar
Europe, Greece, Peloponnese, Lakonia, Monemvasia. Afternoon view; St. Sophia; Gibraltar of Greece

Europe, Gibralter. Lighthouse
Gibralter. Lighthouse

United Kingdom, Gibraltar

Famous Rock of Gibraltar with Mediterranean cliffs in Gibraltar, U. K. Country
Famous Rock of Gibraltar with Mediterranean cliffs in Gibraltar, U.K. Country

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The Rock of Gibraltar - and the Strait of Gibraltar to its left - with the Mediterranean Sea in the foreground and Stratocumulus clouds in sunset light - view from Marbella, Costa del Sol

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Common Dolphin - swimming alongside whale watching boat in the strait of Gibraltar (Delphinus delphis) Date:

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Bottlenose Dolphin - playing / bow riding in front of whale watching boat in the strait of Gibraltar (Tursiops truncatus) Date:

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Bottlenose Dolphin - swimming alongside whale watching boat in the strait of Gibraltar. (Tursiops truncatus) Date:

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Common Dolphins - swimming alongside whale watching boat in the strait of Gibraltar (Delphinus delphis) Date:

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Whale Watching - tourists on boat watching long-finned Pilot Whale in the strait of Gibraltar (globicephala melas) Date:

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Common Dolphin - swimming in front of sailing boat in the strait of Gibraltar. (Delphinus delphis) Date:

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Common Dolphin - swimming in front of sailing boat in the strait of Gibraltar (Delphinus delphis) Date:

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Common Dolphin - swimming with Jet ski in the strait of Gibraltar. (Delphinus delphis) Date:

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Gibraltar Rocks - With family picnicking Date:

Legendary island of Atlantis described by Plato and said to lie just beyond the Pillars of Hercules (Gibraltar and Mount Hacho)

General Wladyslaw Sikorski, the Polish Premier and Commander-in chief (1881 - 1943) The last visit to Gibraltar of General Sikorski before his death, 4 July, 1943

The Guns Of H. m. s. Courageux At Gibraltar The Courageux Was Wrecked In 1796
The Guns Of H.m.s. Courageux At Gibraltar The Courageux Was Wrecked In 1796, And These Guns Have Lately Been Recovered By Divers, Engraving 1884

The Civil War In Spain: H. m. s. Triumph And Swiftsure Convoying The Intransigente Vessels Vittoria And Almanza Into
The Civil War In Spain: H.m.s. Triumph And Swiftsure Convoying The Intransigente Vessels Vittoria And Almanza Into Gibraltar, 1873 Engraving

Wreck of the Steamship Queen Elizabeth at Calaparra, Near Gibraltar, 1874

Cabrita Point, from Alameda, Gibraltar

The Rock of Gibraltar

Sketch in the Alameda, Gibraltar

Catalan Bay, Gibraltar and Ronda, 19th century engraving

GIBRALTAR AND AFRICA, 19th century engraving

Gibraltar and Ronda, North Front, 19th century engraving

Windmill Hill road, Gibraltar and Ronda, 19th century engraving

Gibraltar and Spain, 19th century engraving

O Hara tower and the Governors Cottage, Gibraltar and Ronda, 19th century engraving

Gibraltar, from Gaucitz, 19th century engraving

The Navy Cup at Gibraltar, the Amateur Photographer Obtains a Good Position Well in the Thick of It
THE NAVY CUP AT GIBRALTAR, THE AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHER OBTAINS A GOOD POSITION WELL IN THE THICK OF IT, engraving 1890, engraved image, history, arkheia, illustrative technique, engravement, engraving

THE NAVY CUP AT GIBRALTAR, THE PROTECTOR OF THE CROPS, engraving 1890, engraved image, history, arkheia, illustrative technique, engravement, engraving, victorian, Arts, Culture, 19th Century Style

THE NAVY CUP AT GIBRALTAR, THE MIDSHIPMAN WEIGHING OUT, engraving 1890, engraved image, history, arkheia, illustrative technique, engravement, engraving, victorian, Arts, Culture, 19th Century Style

The Navy Cup at Gibraltar, Returning home Across the Sands in the Orthodox Manner
THE NAVY CUP AT GIBRALTAR, RETURNING HOME ACROSS THE SANDS IN THE ORTHODOX MANNER, engraving 1890, engraved image, history, arkheia, illustrative technique, engravement, engraving, victorian, Arts

The Navy Cup at Gibraltar, I Don t Go over Without You, and you Don t Go home any other Way
THE NAVY CUP AT GIBRALTAR, I DON T GO OVER WITHOUT YOU, AND YOU DON T GO HOME ANY OTHER WAY, engraving 1890, engraved image, history, arkheia, illustrative technique, engravement, engraving

Moorish Tower at Gibraltar: Station of the Eclipse Expedition, 1871

Spain, Relief Map With Border and Mask
Relief map of Spain (with border and mask). This image was compiled from data acquired by landsat 5 & 7 satellites combined with elevation data

Gibraltar City with Rock in foreground

Castile and Leon, Spain, satellite image C014 / 0076
Castile and Leon, satellite image. North is at top. Natural colour satellite image showing the Castile and Leon autonomous community, Spain

Neanderthal cranium (Gibraltar 1) C016 / 5324
Neanderthal cranium (Gibraltar 1). Oblique view of a cast of the fossil of the adult female Neanderthal (Homo neanderthalensis) cranium discovered at Forbes Quarry, Gibraltar

Neanderthal cranium (Gibraltar 1) C016 / 5323
Neanderthal cranium (Gibraltar 1). Frontal view of a cast of the fossil of the adult female Neanderthal (Homo neanderthalensis) cranium discovered at Forbes Quarry, Gibraltar

The Mole at Gibraltar
A photograph taken during the voyage of H.M.S. Challenger (1872-1876) funded by the British Government for scientific purposes

View at the back of Gibraltar

Quaternary fissure breccia
Watercolour drawing of a fissure breccia from the Quaternary period (Pleistocene Epoch or Ice Age), fossilised with mammalian bones. From a collection of original watercolour drawings, c

Glass sponge probably Euplectella suberea
Drawing made from several damaged specimens collected during The Voyage of H.M.S. Challenger (1872-1876) west of Gibraltar, between Pernambuco & Bahia, S. America

Forbes Quarry, Gibraltar
Forbes Quarry, where a Neanderthal (Archaic human) skull was discovered in 1848. The discovery came eight years before the Neanderthal skeleton was found in the Neander Valley in Germany

Vanguard cave, Gibraltar
Exterior view of Vanguard Cave, Gibraltar which has been excavated by palaeontologists. Discoveries of interest include chert flake tools and charcoal beds

Proconsul, Homo heildebergensis & Homo neanderthalensis cran
L to R: Cranium of Proconsul, an extinct primate that lived 18 million years ago; Homo heildebergensis (Broken Hill 1) discovered in Zambia; and Homo neanderthalensis (Gibraltar 1)

Devils tongue, Gibraltar
The Voyage of H.M.S. Challenger (1872-1876) was funded by the British Government for scientific purposes and seems to have been the first expedition to carry an official photographer as well as an

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Gibraltar, a tiny peninsula located at the southern tip of Spain, holds a rich history and captivating charm. As we explore this unique destination through various hints, let's embark on a journey that unveils its diverse cultural tapestry. Nestled between Portugal and Medieval Spain lies Gibraltar, marked on ancient maps as an essential strategic point in the region. Its geographical significance has shaped its destiny throughout centuries. In 1797, W. Fairbank meticulously drew a plan of Sheffield in Yorkshire County, engraved by Thomas Harris. Little did they know that their work would indirectly connect to Gibraltar's story – for it was during this time that the British Empire fortified the Rock as one of its key naval bases. An Anchor Line poster evokes images of maritime adventures and exotic destinations; Gibraltar served as an important port along these routes connecting Europe with far-flung lands. The Caleta Hotel in Catalan Bay stands today as a testament to Gibraltar's European allure. With stunning views over the Mediterranean Sea, it beckons travelers seeking tranquility amidst historical grandeur. Speaking of grandeur, The Rock dominates the landscape with its imposing presence. This iconic landmark has witnessed countless chapters unfold throughout history – from conflicts to conquests and everything in between. A thought-provoking American cartoon from 1882 depicts England personified as John Bull - portrayed as an octopus extending his imperial reach across continents like an insatiable devilfish. It serves as a reminder of how global powers vied for control over territories like Gibraltar during colonial times. John Trumbull's painting captures "The Sortie Made by the Garrison of Gibraltar" in 1789 – showcasing bravery and resilience against sieges faced by those who defended this coveted outpost against foreign forces. As part of the British Empire Marketing Board campaign promoting trade within its dominions, posters featuring picturesque views enticed visitors to experience all that Gibraltar had to offer under British rule.